COMEDY duo the Chuckle Brothers are returning to Darlington Civic Theatre to star in the 2014 panto The Chuckles of Oz.

The pair, who delighted audiences last year with their ‘to me to you’ turns in Aladdin, will play the wizards in a new version of the much-loved Wizard of Oz tale.

Paul and Barry will be joined by Durham actress Beth Stobbart, a regular leading lady for the Darlington Operatic Society who starred as Princess Jasmine in her first panto role last year.

Audiences can also expect to see familiar characters including the Tin Man. Cowardly Lion and Scarecrow as they make their way to The Emerald City.

The panto will run from December 6, 2014 until January 11, 2015 and tickets cost from £18, with discounts available.